Impact Herrera was forced off after just 13 minutes as Girona were forced into an early switch. More information should be available following the match with Pablo Torre replacing Herrera on Saturday.
DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
YANGEL HERRERA #21 - MIDFIELDER - GIRONA
2 G •
1 A •
1.5 SPG
2 G
1 A
1.5 SPG
Forced off early Herrera (undisclosed) was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Valencia.
Scores in win Herrera scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 win versus Celta Vigo.
Impact Herrera has already surpass his goal total for last season, scoring four goals in 11 matches. He's also started the last six games played, recording two goals on 15 shots (five accurate) and 13 tackles (four won) in that span.
OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores with long-range shot Herrera scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-3 win versus Mallorca.
Impact Herrera completed an impressive first half for Girona, as the Venezuela midfielder notched the team's fourth goal when latching on a rebound and blasting home a bomb from outside the box. Herrera is a dynamic central midfielder, and even though he's not known for scoring goals too often, that has been changing of late, and he has three goals in six appearances for Girona this season.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Scores once in win Herrera scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Sevilla.
Impact Herrera scored for the second consecutive match with a short-range shot in the 16th minute that beat the goalkeeper. However, Herrera also made a defensive mistake when he failed to properly head clear a corner, leading to Nemanja Gudelj's goal. He was substituted off in the 46th minute, making way for Juanpe.
AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores goal Herrera scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 win against Getafe.
Impact Only two games after signing a permanent deal with Girona, Herrera was able to get on the scoresheet, something he did only twice while on loan during the team's 2022-23 season. Scoring has not been Herrera's best attribute. So if the midfielder can elevate in that regard, he could easily be one of Girona's best players moving forward.
AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Joins on permanment deal Herrera signed a contract with Girona through 2026-27 after finalizing a permanent transfer from Manchester City on Friday.
Impact Herrera was limited to just 20 contests (12 starts) last season due to injury. When he was healthy, the midfielder registered two goals on 24 shots (eight on target), two assists and 19 crosses (four accurate). Barring any setbacks, Herrera should be a mainstay in the starting XI this upcoming season.
JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available against Villarreal Herrera (calf) is a substitute option for Saturday's game versus Villarreal.
Impact Herrera is back on the squad after sitting out nearly three months with consecutive calf injuries and will be eased into action. He has scored twice and added five shots (two on target), one key pass, and one inaccurate cross in his last five appearances.
MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers set-back Herrera (calf) suffered a set-back and had to stop training, manager Michel Sanchez told reporters Friday.
Impact Herrera suffered a set-back to his calf injury that knocked him out of training. It's unclear how long the set-back will keep him sidelined but it will put him at at least seven matches now missed. Herrera only started one of his final five matches before picking up the calf injury, somewhat falling out of the starting XI in that span.
MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play versus Atletico Herrera (calf) will remain unavailable for Monday's clash with Atletico Madrid.
Impact It will be Herrera's fifth straight absence from the squad due to his lingering calf problem. Prior to getting hurt, the midfielder made just one start in the club's previous six contests. Despite limited opportunities, Herrera still managed two goals on five shots (two on target) in those matches.
MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers calf injury Herrera is expected to miss 4-6 weeks with a soleus injury to his right leg, Girona announced Thursday.
Impact Herrera has played 16 La Liga games (10 starts) this season, including a 12-minute cameo in Sunday's win over Valencia, but he will now be sidelined at least until mid-March with this calf injury.
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Another goal off bench Herrera scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Sevilla.
Impact Herrera was the man of the hour with his late game-winner to seal the win for Girona on Saturday. His form has improved of late with two goals in the last two games. Before, he was scoreless in the last 11 appearances. Hopefully, this is a new start for the 23-year-old after a struggling 2022 season with no goals all year.
JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores as substitute Herrera scored one goal from his only shot, made one clearance and picked up a yellow card in 19 minutes during Saturday's 2-2 draw at Espanyol.
Impact Herrera subbed on in the second half and scored the 2-2 equalizer in the 85th minute to help them secure one point on the road. That was his first goal in the season, to go with two assists. He also received his second yellow card so far in the proccess.
JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Makes squad for training trip Herrera (undisclosed) made the squad list for a midseason trip to Estepona in Southern Spain.
Impact Herrera dealt with an injury just before the World Cup but had started in seven straight games until then. With two assists in 11 appearances, Herrera has added decent offensive production when he's mostly known for racking up fouls.
DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off injured against Elche Herrera was subbed out of Tuesday's victory against Elche in the 13th minute after suffering an apparent injury.
Impact Herrera has started seven consecutive La Liga games for Girona, but his game ended early on Tuesday due to injury. He'll have an extended period to recover during the World Cup as the league is on break until New Years' weekend after this matchday, but Ivan Martin replaced him in midfield against Elche.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist in draw Herrera logged one assist from one chance created and made three tackles during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Osasuna.
Impact Herrera helped David Lopez score an equalizing goal to give their team a second straight home draw. As Herrera has created three chances but conceded a yellow card on nine fouls in his last three games, he's not the most reliable option available.
OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Making return Herrera (hamstring) has been reincorporated into training ahead of Sunday's match against Real Sociedad, according to Joel Sebastian of MARCA.
Impact Herrera missed all of September but when fit, should be a lock to start after playing from kickoff in two of his three appearances so far. When that happens, Aleix Garcia will have more competition for minutes in central-midfield though Arnau Puigmal and Alejandro Pozo could also watch out on the right flank.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist in win Herrera provided one assist from one chance created during Monday's 3-1 win over Getafe.
Impact Herrera set up Valentin Castellanos for the second goal, beginning the partnership between the two ex-NYCFC players. As Herrera tends to be a defensive and physical player, his fantasy value isn't likely to be the highest unless he makes a habit of giving Castellanos more assists.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Back in La Liga Herrera has joined Girona on a season-long loan from Manchester City.
Impact Herrera makes the inevitable move back to La Liga after spending prior seasons with Huesca, Granada and Espanyol. Given the minutes he racked up in prior loan spells, it only makes sense for him to find a significant role in Girona's midfield where he'll play in more of a defensive role.
AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Takes shot in draw Herrera took a shot and created a chance in last weekend's 0-0 draw against Granada. He also made two clearances in the match.
Impact Herrera began the season out with a thigh injury until October, but the 24-year-old grew into his role at his new club and ended his loan campaign with a goal and an assist in 23 La Liga appearances (19 starts) in midfield. This likely isn't enough for parent club Manchester City to recall his services however, so he'll likely be sent on-loan once again in 2022/23.
JUNE 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Red card in loss Herrera was sent off after 46 minutes for a second yellow card in Espanyol's 2-1 loss to Alaves on Wednesday.
Impact Herrera's sending off was just after half-time for a second yellow card. This was the Venezuelan international's second red. He has also received five yellow cards in his 22 appearances (18 starts).
MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Sent off against Alaves Herrera was shown a red card in the 46th minute of Wednesday's defeat against Alaves following a foul on Luis Rioja for his second booking of the game. He made four clearances, cre...
Impact Herrera was very lively in the first half of Wednesday's game, but he was sent off right at the start of the second, and he will now be suspended for Saturday's clash against Valencia. Oscar Melendo or Manu Morlanes will likely replace him in midfield for the game.
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Suspended against Atletico Herrera will miss Sunday's clash against Atletico Madrid with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.
Impact Herrera picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in last weekend's victory over Celta, meaning he will be suspended for Sunday's match. Manu Morlanes might be most likely to replace him in defensive midfield, but Nico Melamed, Fran Merida and David Lopez are also options as well.
APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
